Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced some exciting updates for public transport this week. On Friday, August 29, the city will see the launch of five new bus routes and the upgrade of nine existing routes. These changes aim to improve convenience and accessibility for residents and commuters, especially as the city’s population continues to grow rapidly, now approaching four million.

New Routes in Dubai in August 2025

Route 31: Dubai Outsource City to Dubai Silicon Oasis

This new route will provide a direct link between Dubai Outsource City and Dubai Silicon Oasis, making travel between these two areas faster and more efficient. The service will run at 20-minute intervals during peak hours.

Routes 62A and 62B

The new Route 62A and Route 62B are a result of splitting the existing Route 62 into two:

  • Route 62A will operate between Al Qusais Industrial Area and Al Qusais Metro Station
  • Route 62B will run from Al Qusais Metro Station to Ras Al Khor – Samari Residences

Both routes will operate every 30 minutes during peak hours.

Route F26A: Onpassive Bus Station – Al Quoz Industrial Area 4

This new route will help ease transportation within the Al Quoz Industrial Area. Buses will run every 30 minutes during peak hours, providing better connectivity for the area.

Route X91: Al Ghubaiba Bus Station – Jebel Ali Bus Station

Route X91 is an express service that will operate between Al Ghubaiba Bus Station and Jebel Ali Bus Station. Unlike the current Route 91, X91 will bypass Business Bay Metro Station, offering a quicker route. For those still looking to get to Business Bay Metro Station, Route 91 will continue to run every 30 minutes.

Bus Route Upgrades in Dubai in August 2025

Converted Bus Routes in Dubai

These three routes will be converted from a circular service to a two-directional route:

  • Route 7 will now operate between Al Quoz Bus Station and Al Satwa Bus Station
  • Route F62 will run between Emirates Metro Station and Nad Al Hamar
  • Route 77 will operate between Baniyas Square Metro Station and Al Garhoud

Shortened Bus Routes in Dubai

  • Route 91 will now operate northbound between Al Ghubaiba Bus Station and Business Bay Metro Station
  • Route X25 will operate only between Al Karama Bus Station and Dubai Silicon Oasis
  • Route 50: This route will continue to operate between International City Bus Station and Business Bay Bus Station, but will no longer pass through Dubai Outsource City

Rerouted Bus Routes in Dubai

  • Route 21A will now operate only between Al Quoz Bus Station and Al Ghubaiba Bus Station
  • Route 21B will also be shortened and will operate between Al Quoz Bus Station and Al Ghubaiba Bus Station
  • Route J01 will be rerouted within Jumeirah Village Circle

With these changes, RTA is working to make travel smoother and more efficient for commuters across Dubai. In July 2025, other bus route updates were announced, including termination points changes, relocated stops and route extensions: be sure to check out the details to stay informed.